New York State Snowmobile Association gears up for 2012-13 season

by jmaloni

Fri, Jan 4th 2013 07:00 am

With
snowmobile season approaching, the New York State Snowmobile
Association is reminding snowmobilers that local trails are not
considered officially open until the local club has inspected and
cleared trails for the 2012-13 season.

Although
the snowmobile season won't begin until after the hunting season
ends in late December, NYSSA is encouraging all snowmobilers to use
this time to join their local clubs and register their sled.

"Our
recent economic impact study shows that our sport contributes $868
million to the state economy," said Dominic Jacangelo, executive
director of NYSSA. "We work with local municipalities and
landowners to provide riding options for our members as well as
identifying opportunities to work with local businesses to ensure
services are available to our club members."

Snowmobilers
are encouraged to visit www.nysnowmobiler.com
for information on clubs as well as the latest news on snowmobiling
in New York state.

"Our
No. 1 priority is safety. That's why we ask everyone to reach out
to their local club before hitting the trails for the first time,"
said Jim Rolf, trail coordinator for NYSSA. "Trails continually
change as clubs continue necessary maintenance. Our local clubs are
working to inspect and repair these trails in order to ensure a safe
experience throughout the season."

NYSSA
encourages all snowmobilers to abide by all the safety regulations
and to refrain from consuming any amount of alcohol until they have
parked their snowmobiles for the day. "Operating a snowmobile
safely requires drivers to be alert and focused at all times. Don't
invite something bad to happen by riding beyond your skill level or
consuming any amount of alcohol before your riding is done,"
stressed NYSSA President Gary Broderick.

Before you
have fun with your family and friends enjoying the natural beauty of
New York state, riders should use this time to have their club
memberships and registrations completed.